Line of glassware designed by Massimo Vignelli and produced by Venini & C., for the Italian Ciga Hotels. The corrugation of the glass surface creates shadows and reflections and was designed to add brilliance and elegance to the glass.3 1/2 in. high (8.9 cm) 7 1/8 in. high (18.1 cm)

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Massimo Vignelli
(American, born Milan, 1931)

Manufacturer: Venini S.p.a.

Date: 1957

Medium: Glass

Dimensions: H. 4-3/8, W. 3-1/8 inches (11.2 x 7.8 cm.)

Classification: Glass

Credit Line: Anonymous Gift, 1988

Accession Number: 1988.384

The world lost one of its most articulate, prolific, and talented designers today.

When I think of Massimo Vignelli the word “classy” comes to mind.

And, every day when I’m a work looking at the dog’s breakfast of typefaces available for my use I recall his words of wisdom:

designKULTUR expresses our condolences to Massimo’s wife and partner, Lella, and his children, Luca and Valentina.